This week, Doechii revealed that discovering her single-name stage name played a crucial role in helping her conquer suicidal feelings during her teenage years.
Doechii shared with The Cut in a feature article that she didn’t want to dive too deeply into dark places, as she had experienced severe bullying that made her contemplate suicide.
The musician traced her contemplation of suicide back to around sixth grade. “I suddenly understood, Oh, this is it, I’m going to take my own life and then I’ll be the only one who has perished,” she went on. “The bullies won’t accompany me in death, and neither will their cruel words. I would simply cease to exist.” (This version aims to maintain the original’s tone while making it more accessible for a wider audience.)
Following that, the performer shared a message she claimed was from God. “A wave of tranquility enveloped me, and I understood ‘I am Doechii.’ Yet, it felt more like a choice or decision I had made. I am the main character in this story. This is my film,” she expressed.
Originally known as Jaylah Ji’mya Hickmon, Doechii gained prominence on TikTok after her song “Yucky Blucky Fruitcake” in 2020. This year, her mixtape “Alligator Bites Never Heal” was recognized as the best rap album at the Grammys, making her one of just three women to ever win that award.
She poured all her emotion and essence into creating this mixtape, sharing her personal experiences. She’s endured a lot, committed to overcoming addiction, and was promised by God that she would be rewarded and experience the best life has to offer. She expresses her gratitude towards God.
The singer of the “Nissan Altima” song expressed gratitude towards her mother, fans, and hometown. She referred to herself as a “swamp princess” since she hails from Tampa, Florida. “Tampa is full of culture,” she stated. “When people think about Florida, they often just imagine Miami, but Tampa boasts an abundance of talent. I encourage record labels to scout in Tampa; there’s a wealth of untapped artistic potential here.
In another part of this week’s feature, Doechii discussed her frequently candid lyrics, which critics have praised in the album “Alligator Bites Never Heal“. She expressed concerns at times, thinking she should tone it down because it’s too honest, but she doesn’t care because she believes it will ultimately benefit her more to be genuine. “In my music,” she said, “I need to be raw and straightforward or else I’ll feel uneasy. I don’t like keeping things hidden.
If you or someone close to you is experiencing difficulties with mental health, please reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
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2025-02-21 08:24